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THE TRANSFER OF MORITA AOI OF SECTION 1 HAS BEEN OFFICIALLY APPROVED BY THE OSAKA BRANCH.

Morita-san.

I didn't see that coming.

What's the matter?

Did you know and hide it when you kissed me?

Sorry.

Then why did you recommend me?

What about our future together?

- Are you not thinking about it-- - I am!

No, you're not at all!

Does this mean

we're breaking up already?

Morita-san, could you send me the minutes of yesterday's meeting?

I just sent them to you.

Got it.

As for the appointment with Kikumiya Trading, I expect to hear back from them today.

Please prepare the documents.

Yes, sir.

I heard that someone from our department is transferring to the Osaka branch.

Could it be you?

Where did you hear that?

And you have a fight with Aoi-san because you two will have to do long distance.

Is that how it is?

Wait, did I get it right?

It's the other way around.

I'm not the one being transferred.

Oh!

I see.

It's her.

So it's not you.

- That's good. - Huh?

Because I like you.

You pay attention to people better than anyone else,

and you say what they want to hear without hesitation.

I like that about you.

Can't you do the same with your girlfriend?

Let's get back to work!

It's not that easy.

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Guess it'll just be the two of us again this Christmas.

I thought you'd be spending it with your girlfriend,

so I was prepared to be alone.

Who do you think is to blame for our breakup?

Huh? What do you mean?

Apparently,

I made you too much of a priority.

Is that what she said?

And that's the reason?

Yeah.

This is the first time I've heard about it.

Are we really that odd?

It seems normal to me.

But maybe we should keep a little distance from each other.

No, wait.

Don't you walk away from me too.

I'm heartbroken.

And I can't get a boyfriend at all.

You're the only friend I have.

I'm just kidding.

How can you talk about something so tragic with such pride?

That means you're all I need as a friend.

Oh, really?

But you know,

the man you're into really has no eye for people.

How can he not see the good in you?

Imamu...

Compliment me more.

- Compliment me more! Come on! - Stop it!

- I got it! Just stop. - Oh, come on!

Now cheers. Cheers.

Sorry, did I keep you waiting?

Not at all. I hope work went well!

"Work went well"?

Not that. I mean, hello.

Hello.

Sorry. I'm kind of nervous.

Why?

Because you look different than usual.

Do I look okay?

You look absolutely pretty.

Thanks.

You haven't ordered anything yet?

No.

I've only been perusing the menu.

Let me pay, Ayaka-san.

No, thats fine.

No.

I'm a guy, so I should be the one paying now.

What are you saying?

I'm older than you,

so don't worry about it.

- But... - Thank you.

The movie theater was really crowded.

Right. I guess it's the end of the year after all.

It is.

How was the movie?

It was interesting. I quite liked it.

Really? I'm glad.

I'm hungry...

Look, it says it's a craft beer bar!

Oh, it really does.

Ah, I'm craving a beer...

Good morning.

Morning.

You're early today.

Yeah.

I want to talk it out with you again.

Can we talk tonight?

My mother is having a birthday party today.

I see.

Happy birthday to her.

Thank you.

How about tomorrow?

I don't have anything to talk about.

But...

Good morning.

- Good morning. - Good morning.

Isn't that awful?

How could he recommend you for a transfer to Osaka without saying anything?

It's not like you'd tell anyone, so he should've said something.

Well, I understand that he couldn't do that, but...

I just can't get my feelings straight at all.

He said he wanted to talk to me,

but what's there to talk about?

It won't change the fact that I'm going.

That's right.

It's only natural that you're confused.

Ugh, I have no idea what he's thinking.

- Itadakimasu. - Itadakimasu.

Has something like this happened to you and Oshima-san?

You know what?

When we go on dates, Oshima-san always chooses the places I decided on.

And it's the same this Christmas too.

I don't really like it when they do that.

Acting like they're accommodating us.

Right.

I want him to not just agree with me,

but to give me his own opinions as well.

The good thing about Ozu-san is that she has her own opinions.

She's also very strong-minded.

Which makes me respect her a lot.

And yet, she is always cheerful and has a sense of humor.

Moreover, Ozu-san is--

You keep talking about Ozu-san.

Not that I mind, though. It's fine.

But really, good for you.

Sorry about that.

What about you?

I'd love to hear you brag too.

No need to talk about me.

Why not?

That aside...

Why is he here?

Oh, I hope you don't mind me joining you.

You're so lucky, Oshima-san.

You truly are loved.

Ozu-san talks about you all the time.

What? Really?

What did she say?

I won't tell you!

Kurosawa-san!

I don't have confidence.

I'm not sure if Ayaka-san really likes me...

Why telling me this all of a sudden?

You've been friends with her for so many years,

so I want to ask for your opinion.

I'm her friend too.

The three of us have been in the company together for ten years.

Right, Tomonari?

- I'm not sure. - Why not?

Were we like this? No, right?

We had our first date the other day.

But we were always a little distant from each other.

Even when we walked together,

we were a little far away.

When I tried to hold her hand,

she casually avoided me.

Maybe she was just a little shy?

Is that so?

Is it normal for an adult woman to keep such a distance?

I'm not sure, but...

Yes?

I don't think it's something to worry about.

However...

If you ask her that, she'll give you a proper answer.

That's how Ichikawa is.

Will she really...?

Yeah.

So why don't you just tell her honestly what you're thinking?

Kurosawa-san...

I thought you were a scary person,

but you're actually so kind.

- Master! - Don't...

You fool! I got it!

- I've been giving you advice too. - I got it, I got it.

Please continue to give me advice!

Okay. Let's not do this now. Get off me.

Why not?

- You idiot! - Master!

- Why not?! - This sucks.

What's wrong?

Huh?

- That sigh just now. - Nothing.

I just thought I was in no position to give advice to others.

Sometimes I'm astounded at how useless I am.

Is this about Morita-san being transferred?

Yeah.

Guess there's nothing you can do about it.

But if I were Morita-san, I would feel so lonely.

Because I'd have no friends around me,

be separated from you who I just started dating,

and not be able to get used to my job.

It'd make me anxious.

I guess so.

Well then, I'll be off now.

Bye, and take care.

- Take care. - See you later.

Good night.

- Good night. - Good night.

I'm off now.

- Good night. - Good night.

Sometimes, a relationship can have a huge impact

on the couple's lives.

And I used to be afraid of that.

But...

From here on out...

Morita-san.

Shall we do

the interview again?

I'm sure you've heard from the department chief.

With this move to the Osaka branch,

you'll be joining a newly- launched project.

There are many excellent talents there.

So they can help you get inspired.

Right.

Can I ask you one thing?

Sure.

Why did you recommend me?

Your performance has consistently improved

since you joined this department.

I thought this position could bring out the best of your abilities.

It can also help you achieve great results,

which will make it easier for you to advance in your career.

I'm very happy that you

recommended me.

But...

I don't want to be apart from you.

That's why I'm still not sure that I really should go...

From here on,

can I talk to you as a boyfriend?

Yes.

I was doing some research and found these kinds of trendy bars

and cute cafes near the restaurant we want to go for Christmas,

and I was thinking it'd be nice to go there.

I see. That sounds good.

Yes.

Which one do you prefer, Oshima-san?

Whichever one you like.

I...

In the end, you're just going along with me, aren't you?

You always say you want to go where I want to go,

or eat what I want to eat.

It makes me happy, but...

It's our Christmas together,

but it seems like I'm the only one who's excited.

That's not true.

I'm looking forward to it, too.

It seems like I'm the only one in love...

I'm sorry.

I'll just go home.

Ozu-san.

Ozu-san!

I'm sorry

about the other day.

I recommended you before we started dating.

It's just that the decision was finalized around this time.

I was bewildered, too.

I didn't know that.

I was only thinking about myself

without considering your feelings.

I'm sorry.

No.

I shouldn't have said

I couldn't take responsibility either.

It was insensitive of me.

As your boss,

I don't want you to miss this opportunity.

And of course, as a lover,

I'm very happy that you want

to be with me.

I also hope I can be with you forever.

I mean it.

I truly do.

To be honest,

I've never been in a long-distance relationship before.

So I have my worries too.

But I think

we should be able to overcome that.

Both our lives and our future together

are very important after all.

Thank you so much.

I, too,

want to be with you

for the rest of my life.

It's going to be okay.

Yes.

Now that I'm relieved,

I started to get hungry.

Kurosawa-san, do you want to go get something to eat?

But...

There's no one here.

Christmas is already next week.

It is!

Hasn't the year gone by so quickly?

- It really has. - Right?

I'm going to be busy with work until the end of the year.

But I'm happy that I can spend this year with you.

Yeah. I feel the same way.

Sorry.

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